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Oct. 23, 2026

Finish the Line: Why I Support Extending Skyline to Ala Moana and Kapolei

Skyline's elevated guideway running along the Pearl Harbor shoreline
Skyline's elevated guideway along the Pearl Harbor shoreline.

By Lester A. Salazar, Broker and Team Leader, The Salazar Group | Premier Island Homes Hawaii

Aloha friends,

If you've been following Honolulu rail as long as I have, you know the story has had more twists than the …

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Sept. 17, 2025

Oahu Short-Term Rental Rules in 2026: What Buyers and Owners Need to Know

Updated October 2026. This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm any specific property with the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) or a Hawaii real estate attorney.

The short answer: on Oahu, rentals of less than 90 consecutive days are legal only in a few places. …

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Aug. 5, 2024

The Rising Homeowner's Insurance Rates in Hawaii: Impacts and Legislative Responses

Homeowner's insurance rates in Hawaii have been on a steep rise, significantly affecting the real estate market, particularly for condominiums. This report delves into the reasons behind the increasing insurance rates, the impact on buying and selling homes, and the measures taken by the Hawaii legislature and governor to address …

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June 21, 2024

Understanding the New NAR Rules: Buyer Representation and Compensation Disclosure

The landscape of real estate transactions is constantly evolving

The recent settlement with the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has made significant changes in the regulations governing buyer representation. We want to provide you with the details of these changes, particularly focusing on the requirement for buyer representation and …

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May 4, 2024

The Honolulu Skyline Rail System: A Journey Through Innovation and Progress

The Honolulu Skyline Rail System represents a significant leap forward in public transportation for Hawaii's capital city. This article will explore the cost to ride, features of the train, payment methods, station locations, and the history of how this ambitious project came to fruition.

The fare structure of the …

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April 30, 2024

Explaining the NAR Settlement: What It Means for Home Buyers and Sellers

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has reached a settlement that could reshape the real estate landscape in the United States. This settlement, announced on March 15, 2024, and expected to take effect in mid-July 2024, addresses claims brought by home sellers regarding broker commissions. Here's what consumers need to …

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Oct. 17, 2023

Sea Level Rise in Hawaii: An Impending Challenge for Real Estate Brokers

Living and working as a real estate broker in Hawaii, with a primary focus on residential properties on Oahu, we've witnessed the unique allure of this island paradise. The landscapes, the culture, and the tropical climate make it a desirable location for real estate investment. However, the very charm of …

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Aug. 7, 2023

Hawaii's Environmental Pledge: Transitioning from Cesspools to Septic Tanks by 2050

Nestled in the Pacific Ocean, Hawaii's natural beauty has long captivated the world. To preserve this paradise for future generations, Hawaii enacted a groundbreaking law in 2017 that mandates converting all cesspools to septic tanks by 2050. This bold step towards sustainable waste management aims to protect the islands' delicate …

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